All four suspects in the Louvre robbery have been arrested
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All four suspects in the Louvre robbery have been arrested

According to Le Parisien, the last suspect was apprehended at a construction site in Laval. He is currently being held in a solitary cell, but his defense claims there is no reason to believe he was involved in the events at the Louvre and intends to appeal the decision regarding his arrest. According to reports, the 39-year-old detainee, originally from the Seine-Saint-Denis department, has had legal troubles six times before, including offenses related to pimping and trafficking in stolen

04.12.2025, 10:50
In Turkmenistan, cotton crops are dying on hundreds of hectares
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In Turkmenistan, cotton crops are dying on hundreds of hectares

In the territories of the Akhal, Lebap, and Mary velayats of Turkmenistan, there is a significant loss of cotton harvest. The reason for this is the lack of workers for harvesting. Hundreds of hectares owned by local officials have remained untreated with defoliants, making it impossible to use harvesters. Modern landowners are unwilling to adequately pay hired pickers, hoping for assistance from budget workers from local authorities. Meanwhile, on the unharvested fields, livestock can be seen

04.12.2025, 10:48
The Foreign Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan agreed to deepen cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan
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The Foreign Ministers of the Kyrgyz Republic and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan agreed to deepen cooperation between Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan

During the state visit of the President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Japarov to Pakistan on December 3, 2025, a meeting took place between the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic Jeenbek Kulubaev and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Pakistan, Deputy Prime Minister Muhammad Ishaq Dar. This was reported by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Kyrgyzstan. The meeting featured a constructive dialogue, during which various aspects of bilateral cooperation were discussed. Both ministers

04.12.2025, 10:32
A kindergarten with 100 places has opened in Osh
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A kindergarten with 100 places has opened in Osh

In the village of Meerkan, located in the city of Osh, a new kindergarten named "Meer" was opened on December 2. The facility underwent a major renovation and is ready to accept children. Various officials participated in the opening ceremony, including the mayor of the city, Jenishbek Toktorbaev, and the deputy chairman of the city council, Niyazbek Nurbaev, as well as local residents.

04.12.2025, 10:29
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Yields in Kyrgyzstan May Decrease by 5-10% Due to Climate Stress, - Torobaev

- On December 4, Minister of Agriculture Bakyt Torobaev presented the "Country Report on Climate and Development of the Kyrgyz Republic," prepared by the World Bank. As the minister emphasized, climate change, particularly heat and air stress, could reduce agricultural crop yields by 5-10%. This, in turn, will lead to decreased productivity in the agricultural sector and income losses that could reach 10% by 2050.

04.12.2025, 10:29
Trump named the reasons for the huge external debt of the USA
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Trump named the reasons for the huge external debt of the USA

U.S. President Donald Trump commented on the country's external debt situation, which has reached an astronomical amount of 38 trillion dollars. According to RIA Novosti, Trump noted that the reason for this is ineffective management. “There have been unreasonable people in power, many unreasonable people. That is why we are facing such a debt,” he stated during his speech at the White House.

04.12.2025, 10:24
A Delegation from the Fujian Province Prosecutor's Office of China Visited the Supreme Court of Kyrgyzstan
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A Delegation from the Fujian Province Prosecutor's Office of China Visited the Supreme Court of Kyrgyzstan

The Supreme Court reports that the key aspects of the visit are the development of international legal cooperation and the exchange of best practices to improve the functioning of the judicial and prosecutorial systems. This interaction between the law enforcement and judicial bodies of Kyrgyzstan and China is significant for justice and strengthening mutual understanding. During the meeting, Nurgul Bakirova informed her Chinese colleagues about the functioning of the judicial system in

04.12.2025, 10:22
Bishkek congratulated the "Help the Children – SKD" foundation on its 18th anniversary
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Bishkek congratulated the "Help the Children – SKD" foundation on its 18th anniversary

This year, "Help the Children – SKD," founded in 2007, is celebrating a significant anniversary. Since its inception, the foundation has actively worked for the benefit of children suffering from various diseases, such as oncological, hematological, and immunological conditions, and has also provided support to their families. During the event, the foundation expressed gratitude to the doctors of the National Center for Oncology and Hematology for their tireless efforts in the fight

04.12.2025, 10:17
Another magnetic storm has been recorded by scientists on Earth
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Another magnetic storm has been recorded by scientists on Earth

A magnetic storm of level G2 has been registered on the planet, originating from a stable coronal hole on the Sun, as reported by Kazinform. According to data from the Solar Astronomy Laboratory of the IKI RAS, moderate geomagnetic disturbances are being observed on Earth, caused by the influence of the stable coronal hole on the Sun, as reported by various space weather centers.

04.12.2025, 10:16
Kyrgyzstanis Offered 200 Scholarships for Studies in Hungary
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Kyrgyzstanis Offered 200 Scholarships for Studies in Hungary

The Ministry of Science, Higher Education and Innovations of the Kyrgyz Republic has announced the start of the selection of citizens for education in Hungarian universities under the Stipendium Hungaricum program for the academic years 2026–2027. This selection became possible thanks to a memorandum of understanding signed by the two state ministries.

04.12.2025, 10:13
Deontay Wilder reacted to Oleksandr Usyk's desire to have the next fight with him
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Deontay Wilder reacted to Oleksandr Usyk's desire to have the next fight with him

“I would really be happy if that happened. I have always said that I was not given the chances [to fight for the status of absolute world champion] for various reasons. But I have always been someone who is ready to give opportunities to others,” added the boxer. “Hearing Usyk talk about this is very important to me. I would be grateful for the opportunity, and I look forward to new details emerging. I want to give the fans what they want to see. Fighting Usyk is a great honor. If he

04.12.2025, 10:08
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Bishkek City Police Department has initiated an investigation into the beating and binding of a young man on the street

In the capital of Kyrgyzstan, Bishkek, an incident occurred in which a group of unknown individuals beat and tied up a young man on the street. This information was disseminated in the media. The Bishkek City Police Department reported that after news of the incident emerged, the fact was registered in the Unified Register of the Interior Ministry of the First May District, and a preliminary investigation has been initiated.

04.12.2025, 09:57
Fattening Complex in Chui Region Valued at 1.45 Billion Soms Put Up for Auction
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Fattening Complex in Chui Region Valued at 1.45 Billion Soms Put Up for Auction

The State Agency for Property Management has announced electronic auctions for the sale of a large fattening complex located in the territory of Burana in the Chui region. According to the agency, this complex is intended for the intensive breeding of large and small cattle, as well as poultry and other agricultural animals. The facility has a complete infrastructure that allows for the entire cycle of production processes: from the reception and veterinary treatment of animals to their

04.12.2025, 09:53
An international conference "Kyrgyz Statehood and the Phenomenon of Manas" was held in Bishkek.
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An international conference "Kyrgyz Statehood and the Phenomenon of Manas" was held in Bishkek.

The National Academy "Manas", in collaboration with the Kyrgyz National University named after J. Balasagyn and the Institute of Literature named after Ch. Aitmatov of the National Academy of Sciences of the Kyrgyz Republic, organized an international scientific and practical conference on December 2, dedicated to the theme "Kyrgyz Statehood and the Phenomenon of Manas." According to the academy, among the participants of the conference were the State Secretary of the

04.12.2025, 09:37
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In the Issyk-Ata District and Kant, the International Day of Persons with Disabilities was celebrated.

In the Issyk-Ata district and the city of Kant, the celebration of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities took place, as reported by a correspondent from Turmush in the district administration. Among the participants of the event were: the deputy head of the Issyk-Ata district state administration, Almazbek Suyndukov, the mayor of Kant, Ulan Mailibashev, the head of the labor, social protection, and migration department, Ainura Balbakova, as well as the head of the district culture

04.12.2025, 09:37
The role of the diasporas of the CIS countries was discussed in Budapest
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The role of the diasporas of the CIS countries was discussed in Budapest

On December 2, the 7th meeting of ministers and representatives of institutions responsible for diaspora issues of the CIS participating countries took place in Budapest. This information was announced by the Ministry of Labor, Social Security and Migration of the Kyrgyz Republic. At the event, Kyrgyzstan was represented by Deputy Minister Bakyt Darmankul uulu, who opened the meeting with a welcoming speech.

04.12.2025, 09:33
A Kyrgyzstani was injured in a car accident in Kazakhstan
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A Kyrgyzstani was injured in a car accident in Kazakhstan

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Kyrgyz Republic has confirmed information about a traffic accident in which a citizen of Kyrgyzstan was injured. According to data received from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, the incident occurred on November 25, 2025, at the checkpoint "Zhaisaan," located in the Aktobe region of Kazakhstan. The injured party was a 47-year-old individual identified as S.B.

04.12.2025, 09:26
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Social House in Shopokov Received Financial Support in Honor of International Day of Persons with Disabilities

In honor of the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, celebrated on December 3, the family-type social house in Shopokov received financial assistance from the local mayor's office, as reported by the press service of the city administration Turmush. According to the mayor's office, during this event, Mayor Radju Noruzbaev presented the director of the institution with a certificate for the amount of 20,000 soms, which is a sign of attention to the eight children with

04.12.2025, 09:26
"Where to Build Social Facilities and Green Areas if 60% of Bishkek is Private Land?"
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"Where to Build Social Facilities and Green Areas if 60% of Bishkek is Private Land?"

To restore the lost greenery, developers propose to develop roadside infrastructure. However, ecologist Dmitry Pereyaslavsky considers this approach insufficient and calls for stricter zoning from the authorities. In a conversation with a journalist from VB.KG, he emphasized that the General Plan project lacks zones for social facilities and parks in some areas with low-rise buildings.

04.12.2025, 09:25
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Fire on the bypass road of the city of Tokmok has been localized.

On the bypass road at the entrance to the city of Tokmok, located in the Chuy region, a fire broke out involving dry grass and trees, as reported by eyewitnesses to a Turmush correspondent. According to preliminary information, the incident occurred on December 3, approximately between 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM.

04.12.2025, 09:08
The Kenyan Parliament Accuses British Soldiers of Sexual Violence and Murders
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The Kenyan Parliament Accuses British Soldiers of Sexual Violence and Murders

In Kenya, parliamentary bodies have accused British soldiers undergoing training in the country of sexual violence, murders, human rights violations, and worsening environmental conditions. A report prepared by the parliament includes testimonies from local residents in the Laikipia and Samburu counties, which are near military bases, as reported by the BBC. British soldiers training in Kenya (BATUK) have been conducting their exercises in the central part of the country for several decades.

04.12.2025, 08:59
Exchange rates for December 4
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Exchange rates for December 4

The official exchange rates that will be in effect on December 4, 2025, have been announced by the National Bank. 1 USD remains at 87.4500 soms; The euro (EUR) rate increased from 101.5382 to 101.8268 soms; The Russian ruble (RUB) also rose from 1.1256 to 1.1274 soms; The Kazakh tenge (KZT) grew from 0.1719 to 0.1735 soms; The Chinese yuan (CNY) went up from 12.3685 to 12.3790 soms. In commercial banks, the average buying rate for the American currency is 87.31 soms, while the selling rate is

04.12.2025, 08:45
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In the third quarter, the NBKR recorded 105 incidents in payment systems.

- In the third quarter of 2025, 105 incidents related to the operation of payment systems were recorded in Kyrgyzstan. This information is presented in the analysis of reports from payment system operators operating in the country. The National Bank notes that the largest share of incidents was due to failures on the part of service providers — 44.75% of the total cases. Power supply issues accounted for 30.48%. Additionally, 14.29% of incidents were related to malfunctions of hardware-software

04.12.2025, 08:33
Gray hair may be a sign of the body's protection against skin cancer
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Gray hair may be a sign of the body's protection against skin cancer

Research by Japanese scientists has opened a new perspective on gray hair, which is traditionally perceived as a sign of aging. The researchers concluded that gray hair may serve as an important indicator of the body's protective functions. This was reported by "Doctor Peter," citing findings from the University of Tokyo, where relevant studies were conducted according to media sources. Gray hair occurs due to a decrease in the activity of melanocytes — the cells responsible for

04.12.2025, 08:32
In Russia, the gaming platform Roblox has been blocked
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In Russia, the gaming platform Roblox has been blocked

The Roskomnadzor has decided to block the popular platform Roblox among children, citing the presence of extremist materials, calls for illegal actions, and content with LGBT themes. This information was reported by Interfax, referring to the press service of the supervisory authority. The agency noted that during monitoring of the platform, instances of the dissemination of prohibited content were repeatedly identified, and the built-in moderation system did not always cope with controlling

04.12.2025, 08:21
10 Years of the Day of "Manas" – the Struggle Continues!
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10 Years of the Day of "Manas" – the Struggle Continues!

This important event was preceded by many years of work by the patriots of the country, including both public and state figures. One of the significant steps was raising the issue of establishing a monument to Manas in the central Ala-Too square in Bishkek, which was initiated by activists of the "Chon-Kazat" movement in 2010, during a period of revolutionary changes.

04.12.2025, 08:14
Starting from 2026, banks in the Kyrgyz Republic will not be able to charge fees for international money transfers.
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Starting from 2026, banks in the Kyrgyz Republic will not be able to charge fees for international money transfers.

On December 3, 2025, the Board of the National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic approved a new regulation regarding fees for money transfers. According to this document, from January 1 to December 31, 2026, commercial banks and payment organizations will not be entitled to charge fees from recipients of international money transfers made within the territory of Kyrgyzstan without opening a bank account. This measure is aimed at protecting consumer rights and improving the accessibility of money

04.12.2025, 08:13
A social meat store with reduced prices opened at the entrance to the Osh market
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A social meat store with reduced prices opened at the entrance to the Osh market

In Bishkek, in the Lenin district, a new social store specializing in the sale of meat has opened. This became known from a message from the city administration. Such measures are being taken to prevent unjustified price increases for meat and to ensure the availability of food products for the population. The opening of the store took place under the guidance of Bakyt Karaev, the first deputy head of the Lenin district administration. The store is located at the entrance to the Osh market.

04.12.2025, 08:12
Early Elections in the Parliament: Consolidation Around the Rules of the Game
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Early Elections in the Parliament: Consolidation Around the Rules of the Game

The parliamentary elections in Kyrgyzstan took place in an atmosphere unusual for the country, with minimal protests and acceptance of the results by the main political forces. Analysts are divided in their opinions about the reasons for this calmness: some attribute it to successful reforms, while others link it to societal apathy following a series of political crises.

03.12.2025, 22:05
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The USA has halted the processing of green card and immigration applications for citizens of several countries. List

Starting December 2, the Trump administration suspended the processing of all immigration applications, including green cards and citizenship applications, for citizens of 19 countries outside of Europe. The main reason for this decision is cited as concerns regarding national security and public order, as reported by Reuters. The list of countries affected by the restrictions includes:

03.12.2025, 21:49
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An inclusive marathon with the participation of 100 children took place in Batken

An inclusive marathon was held at the central stadium of the city of Batken, with the participation of 100 children. This event was organized in honor of December 3rd — International Day of Persons with Disabilities, and took place in a joyful atmosphere. The organizers of the marathon — the Batken City Center "Nur" for the development and support of children and the city department of physical culture and sports — invited children with disabilities from Batken and neighboring

03.12.2025, 21:24